Easy Coffee Layer Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cut each layer of sponge in half horizontally.
2. 2
   Boil instant coffee, sugar and water together, stirring constantly until the sugar has dissolved commpletely, then simmer for 2 minutes.
3. 3
   Cool and add essence or spirits.
4. 4
   Whip the cream.
5. 5
   Place a layer of sponge on a serving plate and drizzle one sizth of the syrup over it.
6. 6
   Spread over a sixth of the whipped cream.
7. 7
   Drizzle the same quantity of syrup over the next layer of sponge while it is laying on work surface, then place it, coffee side down over the cream.
8. 8
   Repeat with the remaining layers, then cover the top and sides with the remaining cream.
9. 9
   Sprinkle nuts over side and top of cake.
10. 10
    Refrigerate for at least 12 hours, but preferably 24 hours before serving.
11. 11
    Cut in wedges to serve.